Rail Engineer At HDR, we specialize in engineering, architecture, environmental, and construction services. While we are most well-known for adding beauty and structure to communities through high-performance buildings and smart infrastructure, we provide much more than that. We create an unshakable foundation for progress because our multidisciplinary teams also include scientists, economists, builders, analysts, and artists. That's why we believe diversity is our greatest strength. HDR is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer. We believe that the way we work can add meaning and value to the world. That ideas inspire positive change. That coloring outside the lines can illuminate fresh perspectives. And that small details yield important realizations. Above all, we believe that collaboration is the best way forward. Primary Responsibilities: The primary duties of the Rail Engineer are to support the development of track and civil design plans, specifications, and cost estimates for a variety of mainline, industrial, yard, and terminal projects with Class I railroads, transit agencies, shortline railroads, and industrial clients. Civil and track engineering assignments may include geometrics, drainage and utilities tasks and coordination with other disciplines. Project management support or task lead responsibilities may include managing scope, budget, and schedule as well as development of design criteria, project guides, project meeting notes, and project controls. Candidate must be able to direct and mentor staff, and assist a lead engineer on larger projects as part of a multi-disciplinary/multi-office team. Position may require periodic client and stakeholder visits, site visits, field assessments, and construction inspection, as needed. In the role of Rail Engineer, we'll count on you to: Serve in a technical role, under the direction of a Project Manager. Oversee the work of EITs and Junior Project Engineers. Prepare detailed engineering designs for rail projects. Take responsibility for project involvement, ranging from site feasibility analysis to final design and through the construction phase. Support local and national projects for both transit and freight railroad clients. Follow a project from concept, through design, and on to construction. Project types include streetcar and light rail lines, heavy rail passenger and commuter lines, freight capacity projects, yards, terminals, maintenance facilities, stations, and more. Travel to visit project sites, interface with clients and HDR colleagues in other cities, and to attend conferences or training. Preferred Qualifications: 2 years experience in transportation design - railroad projects Experience with Bentley OpenRoads (and/or OpenRail) Designer Experience working with railroad and/or transit clients Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree Professional Engineer (PE) license Hands-on experience with Microstation, OpenRail Designer, AutoCAD, and Civil3D Must be able to work both independently and in a team setting MS Office software experience Excellent oral and written communication and project management skills An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve. As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected, and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day. Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees. Primary Location: United States-Missouri-Kansas City Industry: Freight Rail Schedule: Full-time Employee Status: Regular BusinessClass: Railway Design Job Posting: Jun 19, 2025 At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest, and conviction records.